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5
Wait for approximately five seconds to clear the password.
6
Remove the 2-pin jumper plug from pins 1 and 2 and replace it on pins 2
and 3 to enable the password feature.
7
Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on
page 176).
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device
and then plug it into the computer.
8
Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them
on.
Clearing CMOS Settings
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 105.
NOTE: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear
the CMOS setting.
2
Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on
page 107).
3
Reset the current CMOS settings:
a
Locate the 3-pin CMOS jumper (CLEAR CMOS) on the system
board based on your computer model:
• "Inspiron 530" on page 193
• "Inspiron 530a" on page 194
• "Inspiron 530b" on page 194
• "Inspiron 530c" on page 195
• "Inspiron 530d" on page 195
b
Remove the jumper plug from the CMOS jumper (CLEAR CMOS)
pins 2 and 3.
c
Place the jumper plug on the CMOS jumper (CLEAR CMOS) pins 1
and 2 and wait approximately five seconds.
d
Remove the jumper plug and replace it on the CMOS jumper
(CLEAR CMOS) pins 2 and 3.
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